How To Fix 6P004 - Desired qty not equal to split qty, after enter, planned qty valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6P - Messages for planned independent requirements (Appl.area 60)

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Desired qty not equal to split qty, after enter, planned qty valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P004 - Desired qty not equal to split qty, after enter, planned qty valid ?

  The SAP error message 6P004: Desired qty not equal to split qty typically occurs in the context of production planning or material requirements planning (MRP) when there is a discrepancy between the desired quantity of a product and the quantity that has been split for processing or planning.
  Cause:
  
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The error indicates that the quantity you are trying to enter does not match the quantity that has been split in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The planned quantity has been altered after the split was created.
  There are inconsistencies in the data entry, such as entering a different quantity than what is expected.
  The system is configured to require that the desired quantity matches the split quantity for certain operations.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be settings in the configuration of the MRP or production planning that enforce strict quantity matching.
  
  
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently entered an incorrect quantity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Quantity Entries: Verify the quantities you are entering against the quantities that have been split. Ensure that the desired quantity matches the split quantity.
  
  
  Review Split Details: Look at the details of the split to understand how the quantities were derived. You can do this by checking the relevant production order or MRP document.
  
  
  Adjust Quantities: If the desired quantity needs to be changed, adjust it to match the split quantity. Alternatively, if the split quantity is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to match the desired quantity.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or configuration settings that may dictate how quantities are handled in your specific environment.
  
  
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues related to quantity handling.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), or COHV (Mass Processing of Production Orders) to help you navigate the system and check for discrepancies.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 6P004 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific notes addressing this error.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on SAP MRP and production planning processes to better understand how quantities are managed within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your quantities are correctly aligned in SAP.